Topaz Value. Clarity and size have a significant effect on the value of topaz. The highest values go to the rare pink and red stones, then orange and yellow. Intense, reddish orange topaz is sometimes called Imperial Topaz.. Yellow, orange, and brown stones are somewhat common.
Types of Surgical Procedures. There are two types of colon resection: open surgery and laparoscopic surgery. The type of procedure performed depends on the diagnosis and the individual patient. Publication Review By: Stanley J. Swierzewski, III, M.D. Published: 31 Oct 2001.
Surgery (removing the cancer in an operation) is the most common treatment for all stages of colon cancer. A doctor may remove the cancer using one of the following types of surgery: Local excision: If the cancer is found at a very early stage, the doctor may remove it without cutting through the abdominal wall.